WSPTA

PTA and the Law
2025-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MEjEabPyTDyi6a-N8CaLsQ

Be SMART Webinar – Keeping Youth Safe from Firearm Injury
2025-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
Hosted by Be SMART and shared with PTA members
Join us for a free 1 hour webinar with Be SMART and the Snohomish County Health Department, hosted by Providence Hospital. Be SMART is a public education campaign that focuses on preventing youth gun injuries and death by promoting responsible gun storage and ownership. Our goal is to create safer environments for children and our community by fostering open conversations and sharing practical safety practices and resources.
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Reflections 2025-26 Training
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | WA
Come learn how to run a successful Reflections program at the local or council level. Learn the new updates from National PTA.

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Managing Your Nonprofit
2025-10-11 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-11-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 | WA
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members.
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Awards of Excellence Deep Dive (morning)
2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | WA
Come learn about the Awards of Excellence program! Learn tips and tricks on how to apply and important dates. Learn about the new awards for 2025-26 and how your PTA can apply for them! There will be a question and answer session at the end so bring your questions.
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Awards of Excellence Deep Dive (evening)
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | WA

Fall Board Meeting
2025-10-17 08:00 - 17:00 | WA
In person at the Doubletree Hilton
Date and time subject to change.

Legislative Assembly
2025-10-18 - 2025-10-19 | WA
In person at the Doubletree Hilton SeaTac
Date and time subject to change.

Office Closed
2025-10-20 | WA
The WSPTA office will be closed.

PTA and the Law
2025-10-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-08 13:00 - 16:00 | WA
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.
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Region 6 Membership Roundtable
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 | WA
This roundtable is an opportunity to discuss membership campaigns with fellow leaders.
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Middle and High School PTA Roundtable
2025-10-28 19:00 - 21:00 | WA
New to Middle or High School PTA? You’re Not Alone!
Are you stepping into the world of Middle or High School PTA for the first time? Or maybe your PTA is looking for fresh ideas to boost engagement and success?
Join us for an informative and collaborative evening focused on all things Middle and High School PTA! Whether you’re navigating unfamiliar terms like Booster Club and ASB, looking for tips on running programs like Reflections and the Essay Contest, or trying to find ways to involve more students—this event is for you.
📌 What to Expect:

Real talk about what makes PTAs thrive at the secondary school level
Tips on working with other school groups, ASB and Boosters
Strategies to increase student involvement
Practical guidance for running key programs
A space to share ideas and ask questions

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Reflections Theme Contest
2025-11-03 | WA
Submit Online

PTA and the Law - In Person
2025-11-03 17:30 - 20:30 | Emerald Ridge High School, 12405 184th St E, Puyallup, WA, 98374, United States
Hosted by Region 5 and open to Region 4, 5, and 9
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.

WSPTA Programs/Reflections Workshop
2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
Are you running a Reflections program and having some questions or need some inspiration or advice?
Need help advertising the Essay Contest?
Want to apply for an Awards of Excellence but not sure where to start?
Want to apply for a Leadership Service Award but don’t know where to start?
Come ask questions and learn about Reflections and our other WSPTA programs and how you can apply! These are all drop in so don’t feel like you have to stay the whole time. We want to celebrate the work your students and PTAs do and we want you to know all about the great programs WSPTA offers!
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Veterans Day - Office Closed
2025-11-11 | WA
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

AIM Insurance Roundtable
2025-11-13 18:30 - 19:30 | WA
Join AIM as they talk about the different types of insurance coverage that is offered for your PTA. Have an opportunity to ask questions after about what might be the best type of insurance coverage for your PTA to sign up for.
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Leadership Conference
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 | WA
This is an invitation-only day of online learning and networking for state PTA and council leaders.

WSPTA Programs/Reflections Workshop
2025-12-01 10:00 - 11:00 | WA
Are you running a Reflections program and having some questions or need some inspiration or advice?
Need help advertising the Essay Contest?
Want to apply for an Awards of Excellence but not sure where to start?
Want to apply for a Leadership Service Award but don’t know where to start?
Come ask questions and learn about Reflections and our other WSPTA programs and how you can apply! These are all drop in so dont feel like you have to stay the whole time. We want to celebrate the work your students and PTAs do and we want you to know all about the great programs WSPTA offers!
Register below

Nominating Committee
2025-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions.
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Pre-Session Legislator Panel
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | WA
The WSPTA Advocacy Team along with our legislative consultant Marie Sullivan will be hosting a panel of legislators to talk about what to expect in the upcoming 2026 legislative session.
Confirmed panelists:
Senator Paul Harris, R-Vancouver (Bio here)
Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos, D-Seattle (Bio here)
Senator Lisa Wellman, D-Mercer Island (Bio here)
Register below to join us!

Winter Break - Office Closed
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-31 | WA

New Year's Day - Office Closed
2026-01-01 | WA
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

Reflections Submission Training
2026-01-06 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
A night to learn how to turn in your Reflections Submissions for councils and non-council PTAs. Please bring questions if you have them!
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What to Expect during the 2026 State Legislative Session
2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
The Washington State legislative session is right around the corner. Join WSPTA’s legislative consultant Marie Sullivan as she gives a preview of what to expect.
Date has changed to January 8th as of November 2025.
Register below.
